Minorcan-style Stuffed Onions (Cebollas Rellenas al Estilo Menorquín)

Cebollas Rellenas al Estilo Menorquín, or Minorcan-style Stuffed Onions, is a traditional dish from the Spanish island of Menorca. This flavorful and hearty dish features onions stuffed with a delicious mixture of ground meat, vegetables, and spices, making it a perfect choice for a satisfying meal.

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Minorcan-style Stuffed Onions (Cebollas Rellenas al Estilo Menorquín)

Ingredients

  • 4 large onions
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 cup cooked rice
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1/4 cup grated Manchego cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the tops off the onions and carefully remove the inner layers, leaving the outer layers intact. Reserve the inner layers for later use.
  3. In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add the diced bell pepper, chopped tomatoes, minced garlic, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, then stir in the cooked rice and chopped parsley.
  4. Fill the hollowed-out onions with the meat mixture and place them in a baking dish. Sprinkle the grated Manchego cheese on top of each stuffed onion.
  5. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the onions are tender and the cheese is golden brown.
  6. Serve the Cebollas Rellenas al Estilo Menorquín hot, and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Baking dish Foil

Tools

Skillet Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Cebollas Rellenas al Estilo Menorquín with a side of crusty bread and a fresh green salad for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a vegetarian version, you can substitute the ground beef with cooked lentils or chickpeas for a delicious meat-free alternative.

Cost

$15